From the Classroom to the Capitol: Understanding School Funding

A Recap of the April 2025 ‘Advocacy Skills in the Education System’ Session This session, hosted by LWPTSA Council and led by our partners Lindsey Yocum and Amy Falcone (absent due to illness), aimed to equip community members with the Continue reading From the Classroom to the Capitol: Understanding School Funding

Welcome to Advocacy.exe

đź’» Click Once. Stay Forever. Input: A desire to make things better for all studentsOutput: Stronger systems, empowered communities, and a whole lot of “Wait … I didn’t know I could do that!” 🪞 Step 0: Show Up As You Are Continue reading Welcome to Advocacy.exe

State Superintendent Reykdal Responds to US Health & Human Services Secretary’s Comments About People With Autism

In a press conference yesterday, US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made several dehumanizing and inaccurate remarks about individuals with autism. Below is Superintendent Reykdal’s statement, as published on the OSPI website. OLYMPIA—April 17, 2025—Secretary Kennedy’s Continue reading State Superintendent Reykdal Responds to US Health & Human Services Secretary’s Comments About People With Autism

Budget Breakdown & Legislative Countdown — 11 Days Left in Session!

🏛️ How Washington State Proposes to Fund the Future—And How You Can Stay Involved As the 2025–27 budget takes shape, both the Washington State House and Senate have released their proposed operating budgets—and while they share some common ground, their Continue reading Budget Breakdown & Legislative Countdown — 11 Days Left in Session!

1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education

On March 24, 2025, the 1st Legislative District telephone town hall drew an extraordinary 1,800 participants—a powerful testament to how deeply our community cares about public education and the future of Washington state. Highlights From the House & Senate Exploring Continue reading 1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education

LWPTSA Advocacy Skills in Education System: ‘LWSD 101’ Session Recap

On March 24, 2025, LWPTSA Council, in partnership with Lindsey Yocum (LWSD School Board Director) and Amy Falcone (Kirkland City Councilmember), hosted an impactful Advocacy Skills in the Education System session focused on how families can advocate within the education Continue reading LWPTSA Advocacy Skills in Education System: ‘LWSD 101’ Session Recap